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Migrant workers in Lebanon are one of the most vulnerable communities since the war in the Middle East erupted. Experts say they are trapped between the economic impacts of the war, and it's taking a toll on their sense of belonging.

In just a few weeks, the world's football fans will be turning all their attention on North America, as the highly anticipated FIFA World Cup finally gets underway. But some may find it's not entirely what they were expecting.

Coeliac disease affects one in seventy Australians, according to the Wesley Research Institute. But when food is integral to cultural identity, the impacts of this autoimmune disease — especially on multicultural and diasporic communities in Australia — can extend beyond the physical, affecting mental health. Jude Soussan is a young person of Lebanese heritage in Perth, Western Australia, and has used her diagnosis to help educate others about what it means to live with coeliac disease in the diaspora, using creativity. She hopes that, with time, communities can better understand how to accommodate chronic illness.

A beloved dish shared by both Turkish and Greek people has sparked new cultural tensions between the two countries.A Greek restaurant owner is striving to register tripe soup with the United Nations' cultural body, UNESCO, but the move has sparked uproar in neighbouring Turkiye.

The ASX200 has edged lower, snapping a three-week run despite fresh record highs on Wall Street, with weakness in consumer discretionary stocks offset by gains in tech and buy now, pay later players. In this short end-of-week update, Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Dianne Colledge from Morgans Financial Limited about what is driving the local market, the outlook for key sectors and how global momentum is shaping sentiment at home, alongside moves in the Australian dollar and oil prices.

How do you guarantee a good turn out at a funeral? After all, the last thing you want to happen as you pass on to whatever lies beyond the grave... is to go without at least a bit of fuss. In Kenya, some families are hiring professional mourners to give their loved ones the ultimate send-off.

Israel has agreed a 10-day ceasefire with the Lebanese government off the back of recent talks in Washington. Hezbollah has not been directly included in negotiations but appears willing to uphold the temporary truce. US President Donald Trump says leader-level talks are expected to follow in coming days.

The Australian Government has unveiled the 2026 National Defence Strategy, outlining reprioritised investments in drones, missile defence and undersea warfare capabilities. While the government claims the new strategy includes record defence spending allocations, the opposition has accused Labor of artificially inflating the numbers.

The ASX eases despite strong leads from Wall Street, while Australia's unemployment rate holds at 4.3 per cent and companies grapple with rising costs. Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with HSBC Chief Economist Paul Bloxham on what the latest labour market data means for interest rates, and with David Lane from Ord Minnett on the day's market moves. Plus, Mark Thirlwell from the Australian Institute of Company Directors explains why artificial intelligence and productivity pressures are keeping business leaders awake at night.

US-Iran talks collapse, and China feels the pressure over President Trump's blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. Plus, a stunning election victory signals a new era for Hungary and how Australia is helping to fuel Colombia's drug trade.

U-S President Donald Trump continues to talk up prospects for an end to the war in the Middle East. In media interviews, he has told the world to watch out for an amazing two days ahead of new ceasefire talks, while U-S forces continue their blockade on vessels leaving Iranian ports. But Israel's campaign in Lebanon is casting doubt on prospects for peace.

A new Human Rights Commission report highlights the devastating impacts of discrimination against communities in Australia - targetting Jewish, Muslim, Palestinian, Arab and Israeli communities - since the October 7, 2023 attacks. The federal government is facing urgent calls to implement the National Anti-Racism Framework - which they've had access to for almost two years - to combat racism.

Vanuatu's Minister for Climate Change, Ralph Regenvanu, has emerged as one of the Pacific's most influential and principled public figures, combining political leadership with cultural advocacy and a sustained commitment to climate justice. In an exclusive interview with SBS, he said that current issues with fuel security and supply wouldn't influence the negotiations between Australia and Vanuatu to finalise the Nakamal agreement. The treaty, initialed in August last year but not finalised, aims to enhance economic, security and cultural cooperation between the two countries. He told SBS's Rayane Tamer that the current fuel crisis presents Australia with a unique opportunity to become an alternative energy superpower

Airfares are set to climb as Virgin Australia cuts flights to manage rising fuel costs, while Qantas flags a sharp increase in its fuel bill, reshaping travel plans for Australians. Phoebe Deas speaks with Ellis Taylor from Cirium on what these changes mean for the aviation sector, as new data reveals Japan has overtaken Indonesia as Australia's second most popular destination, helped by a stronger exchange rate. Meanwhile, the ASX closes slightly higher, with insight from Scott Phillips of The Motley Fool on the market's mixed performance.

Pope Leo the Fourteenth is on a historic tour of Africa, a journey spanning four countries, thousands of kilometres, and a continent that is now central to the future of the Catholic Church. From Algeria to Cameroon, Angola and Equatorial Guinea, the visit is being described as both pastoral and political.

Israel and Lebanon have agreed to formally launch direct negotiations with one another after historic talks in Washington, mediated by the United States. The first direct talks between the two countries in more than three decades have been characterised as a diplomatic milestone. But, negotiations have been overshadowed by conflicting agendas, and ongoing fighting.

After Prime Minister Albanese's whistle-stop visit to Singapore, the future of Australia's fuel supplies looks a lot more secure as the ripples from the Straits of Hormuz spread outwards. Last week Anthony Albanese met with his Singaporean counterpart Lawrence Wong in Singapore. The two signed off on a new bilateral trade agreement, under which Australia would guarantee Singapore's supply of liquefied natural gas, and Singapore would prioritise the flow of refined petroleum to Australia. Singapore is Australia's largest source of refined petrol. SBS's Naveen Razik secured an exclusive interview with Singapore's Energy Minister Dr. Tan See Leng about our energy partnership and the wider consequences of the current crisis in the Strait of Hormuz.

Opposition leader Angus Taylor has outlined the Coalition's new hardline immigration policy. The plan has drawn widespread criticism and strong condemnation from critics, including Labor and human rights groups.

The ASX edges higher despite fresh warnings from corporate Australia, with Qantas and Westpac flagging the financial impact of the Middle East conflict as cost pressures build. Ricardo Gonçalves unpacks the latest market moves and what they mean for inflation and interest rates, speaking with NAB Chief Economist Sally Auld and LGT Wealth Management CIO Scott Haslem, while new data reveals rental stress has hit record levels. Cotality's Head of Research Gerard Burg joins to explain why Australians are now spending more than ever on housing and what's driving the shortage.

Australian consumers will be paying a temporary fuel surcharge for their Uber trips if they choose to ride in a petrol or hybrid car. The new measure will begin from Wednesday, and end on June 8. It comes at a time when the transport sector is introducing fee adjustments to cope with the ongoing fuel crisis.

Hungarian voters continue to celebrate after ousting Prime Minister Viktor Orbán after 16 years in power. The election result was a rejection of his authoritarian, far-right agenda in favour of pro-European challenger Peter Magyar. But for the new leader, the coming months won't be easy.

A US naval blockade on all maritime traffic through Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz has come into effect, after a deadline passed for a ceasefire deal and reopening of the passage. US President Donald Trump says any Iranian ships that challenge the blockade will be sunk, as Iran blames excessive demands from the U-S for stalling a resolution to the conflict.

Eight people have been recognised for their bravery during the Bondi Junction shopping centre attack. Governor-General Sam Mostyn announced the special honours to mark the two-year anniversary.

The ASX edges lower as oil prices climb above US$100 amid escalating Middle East tensions, raising fresh concerns about inflation and growth. Armina Rosenberg from Minotaur Capital breaks down whether AI-driven investing can make sense of geopolitical shocks, while Deloitte Access Economics partner David Rumbens warns Australia could be edging closer to recession, even if the conflict eases. With markets still near record highs but volatility building, this episode unpacks the risks shaping the economic outlook and what it means for investors and households.

Marathon talks between the United States and Iran have failed to reach a deal to end the war, jeopardising a fragile two-week ceasefire. The collapse of peace negotiations, and U-S plans to blockade the Strait of Hormuz, have rattled an already-tense region and raised fears of renewed fighting.

Australia is stepping into a new phase of its military evolution, producing a type of high-precision, sniper-like missile on home soil for the first time. Along with the United States, it is now one of the only nations manufacturing these guided weapons. Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy tells Cameron Carr why the federal government believes a sovereign missile industry is so important.

India is about to conduct the world's largest census of its predicted 1.4 billion population after a five year COVID-initiated delay, budgeted for almost two billion Australian dollars.More than 3 million paid surveyors, including school teachers and government officials, will head out and knock on each door in India's hundreds of thousands villages and cities, as the task unfolds with questions around process, data security and the government claim that caste will be included for the first time since the 1930s.

Hungary's veteran nationalist leader Viktor Orban has conceded defeat after a landslide election victory by the upstart opposition Tisza party. An end to Mr Orban's period in government after 16 years in power would have significant implications not only for Hungary, but for the European Union, Ukraine and beyond.

Executions have continued despite war in Iran, with human rights organisations warning the regime is sending a brutal message to citizens who challenge it.Fears are mounting in the minority Baha'i community, with reports some members have been subjected to extreme torture in recent weeks. This story was produced in collaboration with SBS Persian and includes disturbing concepts.

A local program in Darwin is helping refugees and new migrants connect with their community, while building life-long friendships. The walking group may be simple, but organisers say at a time when more people are facing conflict and displacement, the initiative provides a welcome escape.

The crew of NASA's Artemis II mission have returned to Earth after creating history on their pass behind the moon. They splashed down in the Pacific this morning, after flying deeper into space than any humans before them.

A new kind of club has emerged in Amsterdam - one where participants choose to go offline, away from their phones and other devices. The gathering reflects a wider trend, especially among younger people, to step away from screens and connect with others and themselves.

A remote Australian outpost more than 3,000 kilometres from Perth, the Cocos (Keeling) Islands are facing an uncertain future. Climate modelling predicts the low-lying atoll, home to around 600 residents, could become uninhabitable within 50 years. About 460 of those residents are Cocos Malays, whose ancestors were brought to the islands generations ago as indentured labourers by the Clunies-Ross family, paid in company-issued tokens. Despite that history, the community has preserved a distinct culture and way of life that endures today. Following a United Nations-supervised vote in the 1980s, the Cocos Malays chose to integrate with Australia. Since that time, it is the isolation that has helped preserve the islands unique cultural identity. In this extended edition of Weekend One on One, Federal Minister for Local Government and Territories Kristy McBain speaks with SBS's Christopher Tan, following the release of the Government's Coastal Hazard Risk Management and Adaptation Plan — the final report assessing the threats facing the Cocos Islands.

A volatile stretch for markets has taken a bite out of Australians' super, with SuperRatings CEO Kirby Rappell explaining how recent gains have been erased amid global uncertainty and falling oil prices. The ASX edged lower on the day but closed out its strongest week since October 2022, with mixed sector performance and sharp losses in tech stocks. Oreana Private Wealth Chief Investment Officer Isaac Poole breaks down what is driving the market moves and what investors should watch next, in this episode of the SBS On the Money podcast.

The Victorian Electoral Commission will introduce low-sensory voting at this year's state election, in a move to make elections more accessible to neurodivergent voters.

Within hours of a US–Iran ceasefire, Israel launched strikes across Lebanon, killing hundreds and leaving civilians terrified, as confusion grew over whether the deal ever applied there. Meanwhile Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel will keep fighting Hezbollah but is open to talks, as negotiations in Pakistan and Washington raise hopes of diplomacy as the violence continues.

SBS World News speaks with UN World Food Programme Country Director Allison Oman Lawi, who is currently in Beirut.

Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani has expressed indignation after Italian peacekeepers travelling from southern Lebanon toward Beirut were blocked by warning shots fired by the Israeli military. It is one of the most recent incidents where peacekeepers have come under attack in Lebanon.

Hungary goes to the polls; will Victor Orban hang on to power? Hungarians head to the polls this weekend in an election that could have repercussions across Europe, and in Ukraine. Sitting Prime Minister Victor Orbán has been endorsed by his counterparts in Russia and the United States. Opponents say he's degraded democracy over five consecutive terms.

The ASX pushes higher after a strong rally, edging closer to record territory, while fresh data reveals Australians are changing how they buy fuel as prices stay elevated. NAB Senior Economist Taylor Nugent unpacks why motorists are topping up more often, and what it says about cost pressures. At the same time, new figures show fewer people are investing in work-related training, raising questions about whether employers are doing enough to prepare workers for an AI-driven future. PwC Chief People Officer Karen Lonergan weighs in on the growing skills gap, before Nick Schoenmaker from Portfolio Construction Forum breaks down the latest moves on the sharemarket and what's driving investor confidence.

A shaky ceasefire announced between US President Donald Trump and Iran as oil prices plummet in response. Decorated veteran Ben Roberts-Smith charged with war crimes, what they could mean for Australia's military reputation. Plus, allegations of foreign interference overshadow Hungary's upcoming election, and around the moon and back with Artemis II.

Greece has joined the growing list of European countries who are proposing a social media ban for teenagers in their countries, citing concerns around anxiety and addiction. The announcement comes as Australia's teenage social media ban received mixed outcomes and feedback, after the federal government launched the world-first ban four months ago.

Just hours after the world welcomed news of a two-week ceasefire between the U-S and Iran - which would have seen the Strait of Hormuz open up passage of much of the globe's oil supply - the fragile truce appears to be at serious risk. Iran now says it will target any ships that attempt to cross the major shipping passage - blaming deadly Israeli attacks on Lebanon overnight, which the U-S says were not subject to the ceasefire pact. So what happens now? And what have Iran and the US actually agreed to?

A warning - the following story contains elements that may distress some people. A woman dubbed the Ketamine Queen has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for selling Friends star Matthew Perry the drug that killed him in 2023. Forty-two-year-old Jasveen Sangha is the third of five people to be sentenced over Perry's overdose.

The announcement of a ceasefire in the Middle East looks set to reduce motorists' pain at the pump, with Iran agreeing to allow ships through the Strait of Hormuz.But even if the ceasefire holds, it's likely price reductions will take time to flow through, and disruption to global markets could have a long tail. The government is again urging calm, saying fuel supplies are secure into May, as it works to shore up supply from international partners.

Australia's sharemarket has recorded its strongest session in about a year, with the ASX200 jumping 2.6 per cent and adding around $80 billion in value as investors responded to a reported two-week ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran. Gains were broad-based, with eight of eleven sectors higher and technology stocks leading the charge, while gold miners and airlines also rallied amid sharp moves in commodity prices. The Australian dollar climbed to around 70.7 US cents. Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Kyle Rodda, Senior Financial Market Analyst at Capital.com, to unpack what's driving the surge and what it could mean for markets next.

US President Donald Trump has agreed to suspend the bombing of Iran for two weeks - an announcement coming less than two hours before his deadline for Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face widespread attacks on its civilian infrastructure. Meanwhile, Iran's Supreme National Security Council says it also accepts the two-week ceasefire and will negotiate with the United States beginning on Friday.

Listen to Australian and world news, and follow trending topics with SBS News Podcasts. TRANSCRIPT: The ASX climbs 1.7 per cent to a four-month high as strong gains sweep across all sectors, with insights from Kai Chen of MPC Markets on what is driving the rally. At the same time, rising fuel prices are helping push electric vehicle sales to new levels, with Tony Weber from the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries unpacking whether Australia is nearing a turning point. Plus, Kim Farrant from HESTA warns super fund members about the risks of switching investment strategies during market volatility, as more Australians move towards defensive options despite recent market rebounds.

A local South Australian community is rallying around for a woman who could be deported to Taiwan in less than a fortnight, leaving behind her husband and 3 young children.Ying-Hsi Chou is pleading with Immigration Minister Tony Burke to allow her to stay in Murray Bridge, after being told she breached her visa over a decade ago.

Former soldier Ben Roberts-Smith has been arrested at Sydney Airport and charged with five counts of the war crime of murder. The 47-year-old was taken into custody after arriving on a flight from Brisbane.

US President Donald Trump is threatening to 'decimate' Iran, if the country doesn't reopen the Strait of Hormuz. But Tehran is demanding a halt to the attacks, saying there needs to be a permanent end to hostilities in the region.